I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people.
ROSA PARKSOne person can change the world.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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Since I have always been a strong believer in God, I knew that He was with me, and only He could get me through that next step.
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Stand for something or you will fall for anything. Today’s mighty oak is yesterday’s nut that held its ground.
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When I see the leadership roles black women are taking today I am very encouraged.
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As long as we have bigotry and crime, we have work to do.
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I have spent over half my life teaching love and brotherhood, and I feel that it is better to continue to try to teach or live equality and love than it would be to have hatred or prejudice.
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I was ready to die but give my consent never. Never, never.
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I had decided that I would not go anywhere with a piece of paper in my hand asking white folks for any favors. I had made that decision myself, as an individual.
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That was a difference between black slaves and white indentured servants. Black slaves were usually not allowed to keep their names, but were given new names by their owners.
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One person can change the world.
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The only way for prejudiced people to change is for them to decide for themselves that all human beings should be treated fairly.
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Time begins the healing process of wounds cut deeply by oppression.
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Why do you all push us around?
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Black women are very capable of leading our organizations. I believe that firmly.
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I see the energy of young people as a real force for positive change.
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As long as people use tactics to oppress or restrict other people from being free, there is work to be done.
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